Perhaps one of the most misunderstood and misrepresented characters of the New Testament is Martha
Often painted in the colors of reproach, Martha seems to be the poster child for how not to be a follower of Jesus
This touching, well-researched portrayal of Martha of Bethany, sister of Mary and Lazarus, unveils the woman within the Bible character Readers will never read the biblical story of Martha the same way again
Martha's entire life is marked by her responsibilities to her family In the midst of her duties, will she ever find time to live her own life--or find her own love?
Follow Martha as she navigates the complicated worlds of family, faith, and love . . . and you'll never read her story the same way again
Perhaps one of the most misunderstood and misrepresented characters of the New Testament is Martha. Often painted in the colors of reproach, Martha seems to be the poster child for how not to be a follower of Jesus. From the mind of Diana Wallis Taylor comes this touching, wellresearched portrayal of Martha of Bethany, sister of Mary and Lazarus. Through Taylor's lush descriptions and inspired combination of imagined and recorded dialogue, Martha's worldher trials, triumphs, and lovesvibrantly comes to life. Follow Martha as she is jilted by her betrothed, falls in love with a Roman soldier, grieves the death of her father, cares for her siblings, and serves her Lord with dignity and grace. Readers will never read the biblical story of Martha the same way again.